Month: October 2020

Jackson State University joins national alliance aimed at developing more inclusive, diverse STEM faculty

(JACKSON, Miss.) — Jackson State University announced today that it’s one of 19 universities to join a three-year institutional change effort to develop inclusive faculty recruitment, hiring and retention practices in STEM. It’s co-partnering with Association of Public and Land-grant Universities (APLU) in an effort known as Aspire: The National Alliance for Inclusive & Diverse…

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BRYANT MYERS RELEASES HIGHLY-ANTICIPATED SOPHOMORE ALBUM BENDECIDO

STREAM/BUY “BENDECIDO” The album features a renewed and re-energized Myers Last week Myers released his single “Relax”; music video has more than 2.6 million views on YouTube Miami, FL (October 30, 2020) – Bendecido isn’t a term to use lightly. In particular, Latin artists use their faith as fuel for their creative process and for…

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Jackson State University releases Education Achievement Council report card on enrollment, student progress, research, other measures

(JACKSON, Miss.) — Jackson State University’s latest Education Achievement Council report card on student enrollment, degrees awarded, college readiness and other variables is now available to the public. This week, the Mississippi Board of Trustees of State Institutions of Higher Learning announced that the report cards for all Mississippi universities are posted online at http://www.mississippi.edu/eac/. The…

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Benny The Butcher & BSF Release New Video “Grams in the Water”

Benny The Butcher & DJ Drama Presents:Gangsta Grillz X BSF Da Respected Sopranos ProjectOut Now (October 28, 2020) Today, Benny The Butcher’s Black Soprano Family release a new video, “Grams in the Water.” The dark visual was directed by The Wizard and features Rick Hyde, Loveboat Luciano, Benny The Butcher, Dwayne Collins and Heem. The…

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Joseph R. Biden Named Winner of Nickelodeon’s Kids Pick the President “Kids’ Vote”

Nickelodeon’s “Kids’ Vote” Results Safeguarded Despite Bot-Driven Cheating Attempts October 27, 2020 07:30 PM Eastern Daylight Time HOLLYWOOD, Calif.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–The votes are in and kids have chosen Joseph R. Biden as the winner of Nickelodeon’s 2020 Kids Pick the President“Kids’ Vote.” Biden received 53% of the vote, followed by President Donald J. Trump with 47%. Almost…

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Run up to Veterans Day: Lucasfilm Releases Free Educational Content Online to Celebrate the Tuskegee Airmen

The acclaimed documentary “Double Victory” and all-new resources are now available online The #FlyLikeThem campaign will highlight stories of the Airmen via social channels October 27, 2020 12:00 PM Eastern Daylight Time SAN FRANCISCO–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Lucasfilm has launched an educational initiative and social media campaign to provide resources to students and educators. Starting today, the documentary…

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SOUTHERN LACED TAKES FIVE WITH KAI TURÉ

BY SADÉ KELLY It’s hard to believe that Kai Turè is just thirteen years old. During my interview with her, I could hear youthfulness and excitement in her voice as she spoke of pizza and pool parties while working on the set of “Troop Zero” alongside Viola Davis. There was also a maturity tinged with…

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Bryant Myers Leaves the Past Behind and Looks to the Future with “Relax”

The new single from Bryant Myers’ highly anticipated Sophomore Album “Bendecido,” to be released October 30October 23, 2020) – One of the most influential artists in the genre, Latin Trap pioneer Bryant Myers releases his new single “Relax,” today. The highly anticipated single is featured on his upcoming sophomore studio album Bendecido. Produced by Charlie…

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JSU’s Sonic Boom of the South joins with YouTube for original livestream event

(JACKSON, Miss.) — Jackson State University’s Sonic Boom of the South is partnering with YouTube for “HBCU Homecoming 2020: Meet Me on the Yard.” The two-hour event will livestream at 8 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 24, and celebrate the excellence of HBCU culture and traditions, including celebrity guests and a performance by the Sonic Boom. A collaboration…

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Mississippi state Sen. Hillman T. Frazier will keynote 143rd Founders’ Day at JSU

(JACKSON, Miss.) — State Sen. Hillman T. Frazier will keynote Jackson State University’s 143rd Founders’ Day Convocation at 10 a.m.  Thursday, Oct. 22. The event will be streamed virtually from Rose E. McCoy Auditorium. A native of Jackson, Mississippi, Frazier is a graduate of Jackson State University and George Washington University Law School. He served in…

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Nickelodeon Lets Kids’ Voices Be Heard This Election Season With Return of Bellwether “Kids’ Vote” Poll and Brand-New Nick News: Kids Pick the President Special Hosted by Keke Palmer

Nick’s “Kids’ Vote” Launches Today, With Results Revealed in Nick News Special, Premiering Tuesday, Oct. 27, at 7 P.M. (ET/PT) October 20, 2020 10:00 AM Eastern Daylight Time HOLLYWOOD, Calif.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Nickelodeon is letting kids’ voices be heard this election season with the return of its bellwether “Kids’ Vote” poll and a brand-new Nick News: Kids…

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Snoop Dogg, T.I., Monica, Cordae, G Herbo and Trae Tha Truth Added to the Star-studded Lineup Participants and Presenters at the 2020 BET “HIP HOP AWARDS”

Global Superstar Lil Wayne Joins the Line-up of Must See Performances The 15th Annual BET “HIP HOP AWARDS” Premieres Tuesday, October 27, 2020 at 9PM ET/PT  ‘Hip Hop Has Something to Say…#VOTE’ #HipHopAwards October 20, 2020 10:55 AM Eastern Daylight Time NEW YORK–(BUSINESS WIRE)–The 2020 BET “HIP HOP AWARDS” is heating up with a newly announced lineup…

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BET’s ‘Project CRE8” Winning Film, “Alieu the Dreamer,” Starring Denzel Whitaker to World Premiere on Thursday, October 22 at 10 PM ET/PT on BET

Written and Directed by Quincy G. Ledbetter the Original Sci-fi Drama Was the Winning Script of BET’s Nationwide Search for America’s Next Undiscovered Filmmaker #ProjectCRE8 #AlieuTheDreamer October 19, 2020 02:01 PM Eastern Daylight Time NEW YORK–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Today, BET and Paramount Players announce the premiere date for the winning movie script of BET’s nationwide competition ‘Project…

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SOUTHERN LACED TAKES FIVE WITH GOLDEN BROOKS

BY SADÉ KELLY It’s hard to forget the sassiness of Maya Wilkes from the classic hit sitcom Girlfriends. Black women from all over America fell in love with actress Golden Brooks as she brought this entertaining and outspoken character to life from 2000 to 2008. Since the finale of Girlfriends, Golden has appeared on the…

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Marshawn Lynch Joins Big Run Studios to Launch Special Beast Mode Tournament on Skillz

Bingo Brings Communities Together to Celebrate Blackout Bingo’s First Birthday with Branded Beast Mode Prizes and Donation to Fam 1st Family Foundation October 16, 2020 10:00 AM Eastern Daylight Time OAKLAND, Calif.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Hit mobile games developer and publisher Big Run Studios, in collaboration with leading mobile games platform Skillz, today announced a new partnership with…

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Brandy Releases New Single “No Tomorrow Part 2”ft. Ty Dolla $ign

Single will be performed onThe Billboard Awards tonight (NBC; 8 PM) Critically-acclaimed album, b7, out now! STREAM/BUY “NO TOMORROW PART 2” HERE (October 14, 2020) – GRAMMY Award-winning singer/songwriter Brandy releases a new single, “No Tomorrow Part 2,” ft. Ty Dolla $ign, today.  Brandy’s first studio album in 8 years, b7, was released on July 31st to critical…

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JUICY J RELEASES VIDEO FOR SINGLE”LOAD IT UP” FT. NLE CHOPPA

FORTHCOMING ALBUM THE HUSTLE CONTINUESDUE NOVEMBER 27 “Beyond his growing catalog of features as both a producer as well as a rapper, his influence remains deeply felt and frequently paid homage to.” -Forbes “He’s aware of the extraordinary circumstances of his life so far—that it’s rare for a broke teenager from Memphis to become a…

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Center for Innovation earns top honor from University Economic Development Association

(JACKSON, Miss.) — The Center for Innovation, Entrepreneurship and Economic Development at Jackson State University earned the 2020 Award of Excellence for Innovation during a virtual summit at the headquarters of the University Economic Development Association (UEDA) in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The award recognized JSU for developing a culture of innovation among faculty, staff and students….

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